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Is the Post Office Open on Memorial Day? What You Need to Know

If you’re expecting a particular piece of mail to hit your doorstep on Monday, May 30, you may be disappointed because the U.S. Post Office — just like banks, the stock market, and credit unions — will be closed on Memorial Day. Business, however, will resume as usual on Tuesday, May 31. So, if you have any pertinent mail that needs to go out or if you’re looking to receive something before the holiday, plan ahead. You can, however, order stamps, print shipping labels, and order supplies online if you set up a USPS account.

Is the Post Office Open on Memorial Day 2022? Here’s Everything You Need to Know

Make your plans now if you need to ship a package or mail a letter.

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Memorial Day is May 30, and for some that means the unofficial start of summer. Though the three-day weekend that falls at the end of every May is usually filled with Memorial Day activities like watching patriotic movies, eating summer desserts, and — most importantly — honoring the fallen heroes of our country who lost their lives in the line of duty. As such, Memorial Day is recognized as a federal holiday. While there are a number of stores open on Memorial Day, if you need to ship a package, you may be left wondering if the post office is open or closed on Memorial Day.

Is the post office open on Memorial Day 2022?

If you’re expecting a particular piece of mail to hit your doorstep on Monday, May 30, you may be disappointed because the U.S. Post Office — just like banks, the stock market, and credit unions — will be closed on Memorial Day. Business, however, will resume as usual on Tuesday, May 31. So, if you have any pertinent mail that needs to go out or if you’re looking to receive something before the holiday, plan ahead. You can, however, order stamps, print shipping labels, and order supplies online if you set up a USPS account.

Are there any other mail delivery services open on Memorial Day 2022?

If you’re looking for an alternative method to get your mail or packages out on Memorial Day, don’t plan to run out to your nearest UPS or FedEx just yet. Because Memorial Day is observed as a federal holiday, the majority of carriers will be suspending services for the day. Others, however, will operate at an extremely limited capacity. Here’s what you need to know about UPS, FedEx, Amazon, and DHL hours on Memorial Day:

  • UPS: No deliveries/closed. (UPS Express Critical services are offered.)
  • FedEx: No deliveries/closed with modified hours for FedEx Office. (FedEx Custom Critical services are offered.)
  • Amazon: No deliveries.
  • DHL: No deliveries/closed.

Are there any other holidays that USPS will be closed on in 2022?

According to the USPS website, the below dates are also recognized as holidays:

  • July 4: Independence Day
  • September 5: Labor Day
  • October 10: Indigenous Peoples’ Day
  • November 11: Veterans Day
  • November 24: Thanksgiving Day
  • December 25: Christmas Day (falls on Sunday; observed on Monday, December 26)

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Is the Post Office Open on Memorial Day? What You Need to Know

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Freedom in our country has come at a price for many military servicemen and women who have fought with bravery and given their lives. On Memorial Day, we honor the sacrifices of our fellow Americans by celebrating them with festive parades, patriotic songs, military films and a slew of other activities to show our appreciation.

This day of remembrance is also observed as a federal holiday, which means many businesses and stores will be closed. So, if you were hoping to make a stop at your local post office to send a care package or a letter to a veteran, you may be interested to know whether post offices will be open on May 29.

Are post offices open on Memorial Day 2023?

For those of us who need to mail a last-minute package, our best bet is to do it well ahead of May 29. Memorial Day is a federally acknowledged holiday, meaning that all government run businesses, including the post offices, will be closed in observance of it. Because of this, mail will not be delivered on the last Monday in May. Other delivery services including FedEx, Amazon and DHL will also be closed on Memorial Day, though UPS will still offer Express Critical services and FedEx will continue offering Custom Critical services.

What other holidays is the post office closed this year?

  • Juneteenth
  • Independence Day
  • Labor Day
  • Columbus Day
  • Veterans Day
  • Thanksgiving Day
  • Christmas Day

What days is mail not delivered?

Mail is typically not delivered on Sundays across the country. The United States Postal Service operates Monday through Saturday in most states, but it is always a good idea to confirm the operating hours with your nearest location before you make plans.

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